Genealogy Society meets Sept. 7 in Whippany

HANOVER TWP. - The Morris Area Genealogy Society (MAGS)invites the public to a presentation by genealogist/lecturer Bob Stein, entitled “Family History Detective,” at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7 at the Morris County Library.

University Center to host free genealogy assistance

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is offering free genealogy assistance, "Searching for Your Ancestors," from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 18 at the University Center, 2205 Career Ave. North. Participants will be assisted by trained researchers during individual help sessions throughout the day. A computer lab also will be set up to aid amateurs. For information, call Brian Nowell at 367 ...

Bay County Library to host genealogy class for beginners

The Bay County Library System, along with the Bay County Genealogical Society, is announcing the next session of its popular genealogy classes.

Genealogy column: Internet helps, hurts researchers

With the advent of the Internet, we all began to see the vast amount of genealogical information that began to appear in cyberspace.

DNA points to American’s royal roots in Africa

Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: An African-American uses DNA testing to trace his heritage back to Cameroon ... and is welcomed as a long-lost relative by the country's royalty. Cameroon - Africa - United States - DNA profiling - DNA

Calendar of events, updated Sept. 8, 2010

Siskiyou County, Calif. — Wed., Sept. 8 • Republican meeting -- South Siskiyou Republican Women Federated Summer BBQ fundraiser, 5:30 p.m., in Mount Shasta. Guest speakers will talk about the Scott Valley Protect Our Water issues. Cost: $15, each; includes food, dessert and refreshments.